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gaming1 month ago•11 min saved

Civ 7's 'Arc of Tomorrow' Update Delays Atomic Age to 2027 Amid Mixed Reception

Firaxis Games announced that the long-awaited Atomic Age for Civilization 7 will arrive in 2027 via a free update called 'Arc of Tomorrow.' This major overhaul introduces new nuclear mechanics, proxy warfare, and city-state management, aiming to address the game's current mixed reception on Steam. A paid expansion, 'Earthrise,' will also launch in 2027, focusing on space exploration and environmental challenges across all game ages.

via Kotaku|

#arc-of-tomorrow #atomic-age #civilization-7

culture3 years ago•1 min saved

"Nostalgic Blast from the Past: Atomic Age Toys Revisited"

The National Museum of Nuclear Science and History in Albuquerque is hosting an exhibition called "At Play In the Atomic Age," featuring over 100 toys, games, and gizmos related to post-war pop culture and the promotion of atomic energy. The exhibit showcases references to nuclear energy in various forms of media, including records, cereal premiums, comic books, and science kits. Interestingly, during the war, toy manufacturers like Lionel Train company were involved in producing Geiger counters and using model trains to transport radioactive materials in laboratories.

via Boing Boing|

#atomic-age #culture #national-museum-of-nuclear-science-and-history